2026 Chevrolet Trax vs 2026 Chevrolet Equinox
Overview | |
MSRP$28,800 | MSRP$21,700 |
Listings705 | Listings3150 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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2026 Chevrolet Equinox Reviews Summary | |
2026 Chevrolet Trax Reviews SummaryThe Trax is the cheapest new car Chevrolet sells in Canada. It takes the place of compact sedans and hatchbacks in the Bowtie brand’s lineup while competing with entry-level crossover SUVs such as the Hyundai Venue and the Nissan Kicks Play. The current Trax was introduced for the 2024 model year, and for 2026 the only changes are two new exterior colour options. White Sands is available with Activ and RS models, while Apex Red is available with RS and LT models. Verdict: Blending elements of compact cars and crossover SUVs, the Trax hits a sweet spot of utility and affordability. It’s also pleasant to drive and offers impressive infotainment tech, but a lack of solid safety ratings and all-wheel drive are the trade-offs. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 175 hp I4 | Engine |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower175 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City26 | MPG City |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 175 hp I4 | Engine Name1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Torque203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower175 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space29.8 cu ft | Cargo Space25.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3428 lbs | Curb Weight2983 lbs |
Height65.6 in | Height61.4 in |
Length183.2 in | Length178.6 in |
Width74.9 in | Width71.8 in |
Wheelbase107.5 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload1202 lbs | Maximum Payload1162 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity800 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $28,800 | $21,700 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Trax is the cheapest new car Chevrolet sells in Canada. It takes the place of compact sedans and hatchbacks in the Bowtie brand’s lineup while competing with entry-level crossover SUVs such as the Hyundai Venue and the Nissan Kicks Play. The current Trax was introduced for the 2024 model year, and for 2026 the only changes are two new exterior colour options. White Sands is available with Activ and RS models, while Apex Red is available with RS and LT models. Verdict: Blending elements of compact cars and crossover SUVs, the Trax hits a sweet spot of utility and affordability. It’s also pleasant to drive and offers impressive infotainment tech, but a lack of solid safety ratings and all-wheel drive are the trade-offs. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 175 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 175 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
MPG City | 26 | |
MPG Highway | 29 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 175 hp I4 | 1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Torque | 203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower | 175 hp @ 5600 rpm | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | |
MPG Highway | 29 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 29.8 cu ft | 25.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3428 lbs | 2983 lbs |
Height | 65.6 in | 61.4 in |
Length | 183.2 in | 178.6 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 71.8 in |
Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1202 lbs | 1162 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 800 lbs | |
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